Alex & Sam

indie folk // acoustic pop

When I first heard the gentle tunes of Alex & Sam, it was absurd how quickly I became enamored with their jazz-influenced, indie folk sound. Throughout their debut E.P., Sounds Like This: Part One, the duo’s deceptively simple melodies and intimate vocals are paired with full strings, keyboards, horns and a gentle percussion that keeps the whole record moving. Whether it’s Alex or Sam taking the vocal lead (or both), each song is a gem, lovely and unexpected.

I have listened to “buy your side” over and over again. No song has ever made me feel so much at once. It’s the best turmoil of emotions. Whether I am happy or sad, it brings out that emotion while making me feel at peace. Complete contentment…